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February | July
Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview Fashion entrepreneurs provide leadership while continuously questioning the status quo to create value for brands and businesses. #1 in Australia and #19 in the world for Art & Design*.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Student Information
Tuition Fee
AU$39,360 (2026 total). Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$373 maximum fee for 2026. Additional expenses may include field trips, textbooks and equipment.
Duration
1 year full-time / 2 years part-time
Intakes
February | July
Study Mode
On-campus / Full-time / Part-time
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed: an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline with a GPA of at least 2.5 (out of 4.0), or a four year Australian bachelor degree with honours (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline with a GPA of at least 2.5 (out of 4.0), or a minimum of five years relevant work experience in the fashion industry. If you have a GPA lower than 2.50 you may still apply but selection will be merit based and assessed on your experience, a one-page personal statement and an interview. The one page personal statement should outline the reasons you will benefit from undertaking the Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) and how it's aligned to your interests, aspirations and career ambitions. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks Work experience To have your work experience considered you must include in your application a CV and a personal statement that details your experience. Interview You may be required to attend an interview (either in person, or via phone or Skype). English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed: An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (out of 4.0). OR An Australian four-year honours undergraduate degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (out of 4.0). You may also be considered if you have a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in fashion industry. If your GPA is below 2.5, you may still apply but the selection will be merit-based and assessed on your experience, a one-page personal statement and an interview. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks CV and Personal Statement: To have your work experience considered you must include in your application a CV and a personal statement outlining the reasons you will benefit from undertaking the Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) and how it is aligned to your interests, aspirations and career ambitions. Interview: You may be required to attend an interview (either in person, or via phone or Skype). English language requirements To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). Additional information Expand all sections Inherent requirements (non-academic abilities) Non-academic abilities you'll need to complete this course The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements. By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can: understand more about the course determine if you may need support during your studies make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you. Adjustments If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there is a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Services (ELS) team to discuss any adjustments you may require. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with ELS. If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your course so that you can participate fully in your studies. The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings. 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Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Upon graduation, you will have gained an understanding of the global fashion system, including lifestyle and customer behaviour. You will be well-versed in entrepreneurial practices and strategies, which may allow you to develop an independent fashion venture, and work collaboratively to plan and produce projects for a fashion business. Successful completion of this graduate diploma provides a pathway to the MC213 Master of Fashion (Entrepreneurship ). Graduates can find careers in many areas of the fashion industry, or else launching their own enterprise. Potential careers include: merchandise planner fashion buyer digital and e-commerce marketer fashion retail manager (both digital and store-based) data analyst <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
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Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
For domestic students, the 2026 total fee is AU$39,360 (full-fee paying basis only). For international students, the 2026 total fee is AU$44,160. In addition, a Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) of up to AU$373 maximum is charged for 2026. Additional costs for field trips, textbooks, and equipment may also apply. Eligible domestic students (Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) may apply to defer payment via the Commonwealth Government's FEE-HELP loan scheme.
The Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) has two intakes per year: February and July. The course takes 1 year to complete full-time or 2 years part-time. It is delivered on campus at RMIT's Brunswick Campus.
You need an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline with a GPA of at least 2.5 (out of 4.0), a four-year honours bachelor degree with a GPA of at least 2.5, or a minimum of five years relevant work experience in the fashion industry. If your GPA is below 2.50, you may still apply — selection will be merit-based, assessed on your experience, a one-page personal statement, and a possible interview. There are no prerequisite subjects required. You must also meet RMIT's minimum English language requirements.
The course structure depends on your prior qualifications. If your previous qualifications are within fashion or textiles, your pathway includes 5 core subjects and 3 fashion and textiles elective subjects. If your background is from any other undergraduate discipline, your pathway includes 6 core subjects and 2 fashion and textiles elective subjects. Two electives — Global Fashion Supply Chain and Global Entrepreneurship — are delivered offshore as global intensive courses. Learning takes place through lectures, tutorials, projects, team activities, and Work Integrated Learning (WIL), with assessment potentially including presentations to external industry panels.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship), you can continue your studies in the MC213 Master of Fashion (Entrepreneurship), subject to that program's entrance requirements. You will receive 96 credit points of advanced standing into the master program, as the content of the graduate diploma is aligned with the first two semesters of the master's degree.
The Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) has professional industry links with a wide range of organisations and associations, including the peak industry body the Australian Fashion Council (AFC). You will be taught by academics with strong industry relationships and current professional experience in the fashion industry. The School of Fashion and Textiles has regular consultations with an Industry Advisory Group consisting of high-profile industry representatives. Collaborative activities include partnered projects, placements, virtual studios, and case studies to immerse students in current industry professional practices.
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